Rust-Oleum Projects
Patio Furniture Refresh
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Laundry Makeover for Less Than $400
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Estimated Time
2 Hours
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Challenge Level
Easy
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Tools & Supplies:
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Patio Furniture
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Lint-Free Cloth
Is your outdoor patio furniture worse for wear? Bring pride back to your patio. Refresh your faded fabrics and tired table to get your patio summer ready!
- Make sure your metal furniture is thoroughly clean and dry and any loose paint is removed with a wire brush. We recommend Krud Kutter Original Cleaner Degreaser to ensure your surface is clean and prepped for painting.
- Use paint primer to cover the furniture’s current color before painting. Before you use primer, ensure you're in a well-ventilated area, such as a garage, and cover your painting area with a drop cloth or Kraft paper. Shake the Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Turbo primer spray can vigorously for one minute after the mixing ball begins to rattle. Hold the primer spray can upright 18-24" from the surface and start spraying. Keep the can in motion while using even strokes. Slightly overlap each stroke for the best coverage.
- Following the directions on the can, apply Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Metallic Spray Paint. Let dry for 2-4 hours before handling and 24 hours before full use.
- For additional protection, apply a top coat such as Rust-Oleum Stops Rust Turbo Clear Enamel within 1 hour or after 48 hours after applying the colored spray paint.
- Do you have faded patio cushions? Use Rust-Oleum Outdoor Fabric Paint to make them look brand new. Our Patio Cushion Refresh project provides instructions.